Adam Equipment MIW-20 BABY SCALE ADAM EQUIPMENT CO. LTD. p.n. 4295, Rev.
© Adam Equipment Company 2004
CONTENTS 1.0 2.0 3.0 4.0 5.0 6.0 7.0 8.0 9.0 10.0 11.0 INTRODUCTION ......................................................................................................... 2 TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS.................................................................................. 3 LOCATING THE SCALE.............................................................................................. 4 SETTING UP THE SCALE .........................................................................................
1.0 INTRODUCTION • The MIW-20 scales are precision medical scales specially designed to weigh babies on a cradle. • The scale has a capacity of 20 kg and readability of 0.01 kg. • The scale displays the weight in kilograms or pounds. • The scale is fast, accurate and simple to use. • It operates using an internal alkaline battery (PP3, 9V) supplied as standard with the scale. • It has HOLD function to lock the display until the operator releases it.
2.0 TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS Specifications MIW-20 Maximum Capacity, max 20 Kg (44.4 lbs.) Readability, d 10 g (1/2 oz.) Tare range, -T -20 kg (44.4 lbs.) Battery One, PP3, 9V Operating temperature +5° C / + 35° C Net weight 2.15 kg (4.73 lbs.
3.0 LOCATING THE SCALE • Place the scale on a stable surface. A soft and uneven floor (e.g. carpet, linoleum) could cause an erroneous weight reading. • The ambient temperature of the scale should be kept as constant as possible. Do not place the scale where it may be subjected to draughts or heater and direct sunlight. It is advisable not to place the scale near windows, air conditioning vents or radiators.
5.0 KEY DESCRIPTIONS [ON / OFF/TARE] Turns the scale on or off (keep it pressed for 3 seconds). Sets a zero condition when the platform is empty. Sets the display to zero by storing the current weight in the memory to tare the scale. [UNIT] Sets the Units. [HOLD] Holds the average display value. 6.0 OPERATIONS • To start weighing, turn the scale on using the [ON/OFF/TARE] key. • It displays “0000” first. If the chosen unit of weight is Kilogram, next it • displays “ 0.
• To zero the display, press the [ON/OFF/TARE] key. • In practice when the scale is turned on, the [ON/OFF/TARE] key is pressed to zero the display, if necessary. • After the display is at zero, place the baby to be weighed on the cradle of the scale. • The display will show the weight in the chosen unit. • If necessary the weight of blankets or pillows can be accounted for, by placing those on the cradle first and pressing the [ON/OFF/TARE] key to zero the display.
8.0 HOLD FUNCTION • Due to the baby’s movement, the weight shown on the display will change all the time. After the baby is placed on the scale, press [HOLD] to hold the weight value. The display shows ‘hold’. The scale will calculate the average of the former weight values taken automatically. • The display will be locked when the [HOLD] key is pressed. The display ” symbol at the top of the display indicating the will show a flashing ‘’ baby’s weight is held.
.0 CALIBRATION PROCEDURE • Place the scale on a flat platform after inserting a PP3, 9V alkaline battery. • Press the [ON/OFF/TARE] key to turn the power ON. • Display will show "0000” initially, 3 seconds later it will show ”0.00” • Create a short circuit by plugging a screw driver into the test pin hole which is on the head of the scale base. Display will show the zero count between 1000 and 2500. • Press the [ON/OFF/TARE] key. Display will show ”xxx • Load 20 kg weight onto the scale.
Manufacturer’s Declaration of Conformity This product has been manufactured in accordance with the harmonised European standards, following the provisions of the below stated directives: Electro Magnetic Compatibility Directive 89/336/EEC Low Voltage Directive 73/23/EEC Adam Equipment Co. Ltd.
ADAM EQUIPMENT is an ISO 9001:2000 certified global organisation with more than 30 years experience in the production and sale of electronic weighing equipments. Products are sold through a world wide distributor network -supported from our company locations in the UK, USA and SOUTH AFRICA. The company and their distributors offer a full range of Technical Services such as on site and workshop repair, preventative maintenance and calibration facilities.
